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ariole

Jabba is blooming!!!

ariole
18 years ago

Jabba, An ancient Astrophytum asterias in my collection, has begun its 2006 season of blooming. Probably the most photographed plant in my collection; itÂs a favorite of visitors who ask to see it. Jabba has even received Christmas cards.

Cacti, like film stars, donÂt always continue to improve in appearance with age. Some think Jabba has dignity. Others differ. Yes, this one is also a member of the Â30 Year Club.

Al

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Comments (10)

  • greenlarry
    18 years ago

    Wow , a 30 year old asterias, very cool!
    I see his babies are flowering too. Just how big is he?

  • ariole
    Original Author
    18 years ago

    Thanks G/L.

    For reference, that's a 7" pot.

    Al

  • rjj1
    18 years ago

    Jabba certainly has character. Nice.

    randy

  • mrbrownthumb
    18 years ago

    What a cool plant. Never seen one of those before. Thanks for sharing it Al.

  • jeffrey_harris
    18 years ago

    Dear Al,

    Jabba is quite the eye candy! Thanks

  • anya_101
    18 years ago

    Al, has Jabba Been dieting recently? He looks a little thinner around the waist than last time I saw him.

    I do adore his Easter bonnet though. : )

    Rose

  • ariole
    Original Author
    18 years ago

    Many thanks for the nice words, you all.

    Rose, I'm sure Jabba appreciates the notice of a slimmer build. All that might change with his April 1 H20 cocktail.

    Al

  • anya_101
    18 years ago

    LOL, I am sure it will : )

  • deefar
    18 years ago

    Jabba definately has charactor. Just how long will Jabba live for?

    Dawn

  • ariole
    Original Author
    18 years ago

    Tough question to answer, Dawn.

    In habitat he might have perished many moons ago.

    Al

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